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I’m so excited to announce that my company, GRIT Fitness, is partnering with W Dallas Hotel to host the first WHAT SHE SAID women’s empowerment conference in Dallas. WHAT SHE SAID is a new global speaker series featuring inspirational women from the worlds of fashion, fitness, music, tech, media and more. W is giving these incredible women at the top of their game a platform to share their personal stories at W Hotels around the world, inviting attendees to mix, mingle in true W style, over cocktails and incredible music!

I’ve partnered with the W Dallas – Victory for several fitness / social events over the past 4 years including Cardio and Cocktails and Flexin’ Flow on the WETDECK! I love the hip, creative vibe of the hotel so I though it would be the perfect location to host a women’s conference! I mean look at this ah-mazing conference space! AND we got some awesome local, #GIRLBOSS interior designers to decorate the panels with super chic styles.

Main Conference Room – Great Room Meeting

Breakout – Industry Classroom

Over 80% of the speakers are members of the #GRITFAM (GRIT Fitness community). I had strong passion to host a conference this year because I want young ladies to connect outside of the gym and have “real talk” about turning their passions into action. This event is not limited to GRIT members ALL ARE WELCOME and we hope you decide to join the fun! Here are the details…

GRIT Fitness, founded in January 2015 by Brittani Rettig, brings an innovative approach to boutique fitness by providing energetic group classes in a community-focused environment. A carefully curated and enthusiastic staff of instructors teach over 60 classes each week at two studios, ranging from dance and kickboxing to high-intensity interval training, toning and cycling.

About W Dallas Hotel and WHAT SHE SAID

Since its inception, W Hotels has always worked with female icons in fashion, music, design and fitness to enrich the travel experience and provide a platform for emerging visionaries. To take that further, WHAT SHE SAID is a global speaker series hosted by W featuring women across these fields, sharing their stories, and providing opportunities to mix, mingle and network. Previous speakers have included Rachel Zoe, Diane Von Furstenberg, Who What Wear, WNBA, etc. Because everything is bigger in Texas, W Dallas – Victory in partnership with GRIT Fitness is turning WHAT SHE SAID into a two-day women’s empowerment conference! The conference will be a day and a half chalk full of robust curriculum for our local female entrepreneurs and girl bosses. We’re talking about all things fitness, personal finances, kicking A in your career and discovering your passions and purpose! We’ll be bringing in Dallas’ most influential women to inspire and motivate the next generation of female entrepreneurs – AKA YOU, girlfriend! Join us and get ready to connect, ignite your creativity and take your passions and turn them into actions.

Hey gang! Last weekend I traveled to NYC to catch up on the latest happenings in the fitness studio world. I took 9 classes in 3 days (thank God for Class Pass) and had an absolute blast. I saved all of my snaps from the weekend so you can watch my story below! Be sure to follow me on Snapchat @gritbybrit

Also below is a quick recap of my experience at each studio (in order of my preference) :

Tone House – (Boot Camp / High Intensity Interval Training) Hands down my FAVORITE class of my trip. I legitimately took a time warp back to my college basketball days and endured the most challenging “preseason condition workout” ever. It was exhilarating! I did things I didn’t think my body could still do: shuttle runs, sprints, walking lunges carrying sandbags over my head, football drills, burps, etc. BUT the best part is that we did EVERYTHING as a TEAM and the coaches and my “teammates” were so positive encouraging during this 60-minute total body workout.

NW Method by Nicole Winhoffer – (Dance Cardio / Total Body Toning) Only one word can describe how I felt during and after this class… LIBERATED! There’s something about the sexy, hip opening moves that Nicole Winhoffer creates that allowed me to express my emotions. The room was warm and the toning moves were very challenging, but we did everything to the bet of the music and I felt left I was just “letting go” the entire class. Ia so liked that her dance choreography was very easy to follow (even for me who had never been there before). At the end we learned some Hip Hop choreography and performed it a in groups. The atmosphere was very safe, and very sexy. I just felt so free.

Dance Body – (Dance Cardio / Total Body Toning). This was the most cardio intense dance workout I’ve ever taken! We did burpees, leaps, ballerina hops and more. I was so sweaty and my heart rate was sky-high. I loved it. Unlike most Zumba or Cardio Hip Hop classes I’ve taken, Dance Body seemed to incorporate more Ballet which I was though was super interesting and unique. Between dances, we’d drop down into a plank and do core work or gab our mats and do some booty work. This is a new concept and they don’t have a studio yet, so we just had class in a Dance Studio that I assume they rent by the hour. even without all of the fancy studio decor, the was an amazing experience that I highly recommend. They also stream classes online and I’m thinking about buying the online program so I can stay connected now that I’m back in Dallas.

305 Fitness – (Dance Cardio / Leg Toning) One of my all time favorites! I haven’t taken a 305 class in 2 years, and let me tell you, this class is like a fin wine…better with time. My instructor, Latoya just had so much swagger – I had a total girl crush on her. I just wanna be cool like her. The new Midtown studio is absolutely flawless with neon sign, crazy cool graffiti art, live DJ, self station and bright colors everywhere I loved the flashing club lights during the class and how everyone stayed in sync like a music video. At the end of class, we grabbed dumbbells and did some leg strengthening WERK. Overall = amazing!

Swerve Fitness – (Indoor Cycling) – Yay for team games! This was my first time to take a class at Swerve and it was so positive and fun. They put us in teams at the beginning of class and throughout the ride we were competing based on our watts and on how well we could “serve to the beat.” I like the camaraderie, the music was on point and the studio decor was super-sleek with cool lighting and excellent amenities. If I lived in NYC, Swerve would def be on my list of regularly frequented studios.

Peloton– (Indoor Cycling) – The coolest cycling studio ever. Can I just say that the Peloton bike is the BOMB-DOT-COM. Aside from the fact that my class was being live streamed to hundreds of viewers riding in their own homes, this is the smoothest bike I’ve ever ridden. I got a killer workout and seeing all of the precise metrics in real-time made me push myself. If I get rich anytime soon, I’m definitely buying a Peloton bike for my house 🙂

AKT In Motion– (Dance Cardio / Leg Toning) – So I took an AKT class about 3 years ago and I was NOT impressed. Back then, they didn’t have a downtown studio so the class was held inside a small dance studio inside of a daycare (yes…a daycare). The instructor looked like she was wearing her PJ’s, there were 3 people in the class and the dances where very corny. This time = different story! I went to the original Upper East Side studio, which is super cute (especially the disco ball that hangs in the middle of the studio). The instructor was super friendly, fit and energetic. Again, the class was small (only 5 of us). But the dancers were awesome – we learned 2 long sequences and by the end of class I had them down. The room was heated, so I worked up a good sweat, and nd at the end we did lots of total body toning work. I really loved the ab work we did using a foam roller – very unique. AKT has definitely been redeemed in my book.

Uplift Studios – (Total Body Strength + Cardio) This was a total girl power sweat sesh! I love that it’s a women’s only gym and that we lifted heavy weights – yeah! We did a lot of partner exercises and athletics drills. We also moved to the beat of the music at times, which I love. The studio is very small and can only hold about 10 girls, so the class was intimate and safe. During our class, some other ladies were having personal training sessions outside of the studio. Overall, I got a good workout and I like that you can cater the exercises to your own fitness level. There were a variety of beginners and super fit athletes in the class and together, we all enjoyed a fun sweat session! #girlpower

Model Fit – (Total Body Toning) I tried to have an open mind with this class, but I just wasn’t feeling it. So the Model Fit method is based on very slow, controlled movements with light weights. The room was warm to help us break a sweat (although I didn’t). And some of the moves were pretty unique and very original. I just didn’t feel like a got a good workout in the class. We didn’t move to the beat of the music and the energy level was very low. I think this class is better for a beginners who are just starting their fitness journey or maybe someone who wants to do something active but doesn’t want work too hard.

Cyc Fitness – (Indoor Cycling) Unfortunately, I got stuck in Midtown traffic after my AKT class on the UES and I arrived to Cyc like 10 minutes late and couldn’t get in. I was so bummed. BUT, I’m headed to Austin this weekend for a wedding and I plan to take a class at the Cyc studio there to make up for. Let’s see if Cyc can bump up on my list after this weekend 🙂

And that’s a wrap gang! Are there any studios that didn’t make my list that you love? If so, let me know so I can check ’em out next time! xoxo, Brit

I loved that Nicole Winhoffer email us a group pic post class! ya for sweaty hair…don’t care!

Hey Hey friends! I hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving Holiday and ate lots of yummy food that you love 🙂 No need to feel guilty for indulging because I have five, free, super-fun workouts in store for you this holiday season. If you live in Dallas, come join me and my friends from Luke’s Locker for the #LUKESGRIT Challenge! Me and 3 instructors from my studio will teach a sweaty series of high energy, motivating classes during the month of December.

The #LUKESGRIT challenge aims to provide a fun environment that encourages women to stay active during the holiday season. Generous prizes from Luke’s Locker will be awarded to those who complete 3 or more community classes in the month of December.

The challenge begins this Sunday, Dec. 6th with a kick off “GRIT mash up” class and shopping event at Luke’s Locker – Mockingbird, Dallas, TX. Each week following, members of the Dallas community can participate in a complimentary community workout at the GRIT Fitness studio located at 3821 Ross Ave. Dallas, TX 75204.

KICK OFF DETAILS

Date: Sunday, December 6, 2015

Time: 10:00am

Location: Luke’s Locker 3046 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75205

Cost: Free & open to the Dallas community

Details: Enjoy a 1-hour “mash up” workout led by GRIT Fitness instructors, followed by refreshments and shopping. The kick-off class will consist of Dance Cardio, Body Sculpting and Cardio Kick Boxing. Space is limited – class participants must register online!

Hello friends! As usual, I hope this post finds you joyous and well! I’m gearing up for a wonderful week ahead… writing out my “To Do” list, making playlists for my classes and drafting our weekly newsletter. Lately I’ve incorporated several parter exercises into my classes at GRIT Fitness, and I’ve been amazed by the positive response! My classes love the personal interaction and the energy is through the roof. This gave me the idea to create a “Buddy Boot Camp” partner workout that my clients (and you) can do on your own. See below!

No equipment is required to complete the workout, all you need is a friend! Here’s a brief explanation of the 5 exercises in the circuit:

Iso Squat Hold & Hi Knee Run In Place (Cardio + Legs) – One person holds a deep iso squat with both arms extended out in from of them, parallel to the floor. During this time, the other partner does a hi knee run in place and tries make his/her knees to touch their parter’s hands. Switch positions at the half way point (30 seconds in)

Plank & Agility Footwork (Cardio) – One parter holds a forearm plank (hover position) while the other partner has to hop over his/her legs. Switch positions at the half way point (30 seconds in).

Straight Leg Throw Downs (Core) – One partner lies down on her back with legs straight and holds onto the ankles/calves of her partner who is standing up behind her shoulders. The lying down partner raises both legs up off the ground so that the standing partner can catch them and try to throw them down. The challenge is for the lying down partner to not let her legs touch the floor while the stand partner throws them down.

After this workout, you and your friend should be covered in SWEAT & SMILES! I’m big believer that workouts are more fun and effective with done with a partner – two are better than one 🙂

GRIT Fitness Instructors: Me, Maria, Melissa & Annabel chillin’ at the pool after a fun day of sweat and smiles!

Last but not least, if you live in Dallas and want to join a super fun, FREE Buddy Boot Camp, Maria and I are hosting a free class at the Westin Galleria Dallas on Sunday, September 13th. RSVP NOWto join the fun! Wishing you a wonderful week. xoxo, Brit

There are short-cuts to happiness, and dancing is one of them.

– Vicki Baum

Happy Monday beauties! I hope you had a fabulous weekend – mine was busy but lots of fun. Yesterday morning I enjoyed an energetic Dance Club Cardio class at my studio, GRIT Fitness, and I couldn’t help but acknowledge how happy I felt after class. There’s something about dancing that just makes my soul sing and getting a good cardio workout in the process is icing on the cake.

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, my studio is partnering with the Westin Galleria Dallas to bring a series of free workouts and pool parties each month this Summer. We’re calling it the Sumer Sweat Series. Our 2nd series was a Zumba / Dance Cardio class and it was a HIT – over 200 members of the Dallas Community came to sweat and shake with us. Here are some pics from the event…

Emily (GRIT Dance Cardio Instructor) and I before her class

Over 200 ladies shakin’ a little something and ballistic’ calories at the Westin Galleria Dallas

Representing my clique 🙂

The Fierce Four Dance Cardio / Zumba instructors who led our class

In the spirit of sharing my love for dancing I did a little research to summarize its key health benefits. Check it out!

This week I highly encourage you to try out a dance cardio class or at least dance a for a few minutes infront of the mirror – your body and your mind will thank you! Also, if you live near Dallas, join us for Summer Sweat Series #3 on Sunday August 9! CLICK HERE to register for free. xoxo, Brit

Hey Gang! I’m especially proud of the the playlist I made for my spin class tomorrow, so I wanted to share. CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify AND be sure to follow me on Spotify (Brittani Rettig) for tunes to energize your workouts! I post every single playlist from all of my classes!

Also, on an unrelated note, I just set up a Snapchat account so please add me @ gritbybrit!

HAY GURL!

Last on somewhat related note, I’ve been hard at work on a new barre/pilates inspired class (powerbelle™) I’m launching at GRIT Fitness this summer. I incorporated several moves from this “Love Handle Eliminator” workout from the GRIT by Brit YouTube archives. Check it out!

I truly believe that variety is the spice of life, so I encourage your shake up your weekly fitness routine! I’m trying to push myself out of my comfort zone too. I’m not a big fan of barre classes, but I definitely appreciated the value of isometric resistance training and small repetitive movements to sculpt long lean muscles. That said, in my new powerbelle™ class, we’ll use gliding discs and resistance bands to intensify traditional barre and pilates exercises. And of course we’ll rock out to a jammin’ playlist because great music is SO critical for an amazing fitness experience 🙂

Hey Gang! Happy Monday. I hope you had a lovely Valentine’s weekend! I enjoyed a fun V-Day at GRIT Fitness with my instructors and clients. We hosted a special “Sweat with your Sweetie” Valentine’s Day workout, so it was fun to have so many dudes in the house (see above)! We also enjoy healthy snacks and mimosas after class. Great times!

Last night, my girlfriends and I drank the Kool-Aid and saw 50 Shades of Grey! I loved it. (I also read all of the books – wink wink) Have you seen it yet? What are your thoughts?

I’m still overflowing with V-Day fever so I made this 20 minute “Love Your Legs” workout. I’ve incorporated these exercises into my PiYo classes and I’m receiving very positive feedback from my clients. That said, I figured I’d share. Give this workout a whirl and let me know how it goes. It’s a great option if you’re snowed in and can’t make it to the gym. xoxo, Brit

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This website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Brit is a certified group fitness instructor, you should consult your physician before participating in any workouts posted.